Lauren Wellbank
Freelance WriterLocation: Lehigh Valley, PALauren Wellbank is a freelance writer living in the Lehigh Valley area of Pennsylvania with her husband, three kids, and dog. She enjoys spending as much time as she can with her family, and can often be found coaching her kids in their various sports teams. When she's not volunteering within her community, she can be found tending to her plants in her yard.
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Scientists Discover Dinosaur Eggshell Fossils That Will Have You Rethinking Everything
Researchers uncover 100-million-year-old eggshells in Utah that appear to prove a variety of dinosaurs lived in the region before becoming extinct.
The Planets Will Align in 2025 — Understand the Spiritual Meaning of This Celestial Event
The planets will align a few times in 2025, which some folks believe is symbolic of unity and order.
$19 for a Single Strawberry!? Erewhon Catches Heat for Absurd Price
Customers are complaining about the high-end retailer Erewhon selling a single strawberry for $19 as grocery prices continue to rise across the board.
Tesla Stock Falls As Elon Musk Falls Out of Public Favor
Tesla stock nose dived on Feb. 25, 2025, as owner Elon Musk's popularity fades with people around the world.
Fight Egg Surcharges, and Try the Vegan Just Egg (Coupon Inside!)
Just Egg offers itself up as a good alternative for those looking to beat rising egg prices.
Study Reveals How Antioxidants May Fight the Health Repercussions of Microplastic Exposure
A November 2024 article in the 'Journal of Pharmaceutical Analysis' claims that antioxidants can counteract some of the more harmful effects of microplastic exposure.
Over 100 Olympians & Paralympians Claim Their Paris Medals Are Deteriorating
Some athletes from the Paris Olympics and Paralympics claim their 2024 medals have begun to show signs of deterioration and damage.
Here Are Some of the Hundreds of Animals That Start With the Letter "K"
From kiwis to krill, these animals all start with the letter "K."
NASA Updates Risk Assessment for Asteroid 2024 YR4’s Impact on Earth
NASA says that Asteroid 2024 YR4 now has a 99.72 percent chance of missing Earth when it passes by us in 2032.
Park Ranger Goes Viral After Posting About Being Laid off During Trump Cuts
A park ranger's viral post puts a face to the thousands of federal works that were abruptly fired by President Donald Trump's administration.
Scientists Mystified by Dolphin Filmed Peeing in the Air — Onto Another Dolphin
Male dolphins pee into the air in what scientists believe is an effort to send a signal to other nearby dolphins.
The Internet Is in Tears Over the Fate of a Rare Deep-Sea Anglerfish
An anglerfish made a trek to the surface of the ocean only to die after seeing the sun, prompting people to get emotional online.
To Keep Up With Beverage Trends, Coca-Cola Is Launching a Prebiotic Soda
The Coca-Cola company announced the launch of Simply Pop, a prebiotic soda that contains zinc and vitamin C.
Should You Keep a Bread Clip in Your Wallet? Fact-Checking Viral Ads
Viral advice has been making the rounds saying that travelers should keep a bread clip in their wallets for emergencies, but it doesn't appear to be as beneficial as suggested.
Introducing Cacao Nibs: The Chocolatey Niblets That Are High in Nutritional Value
Cacao nibs are made from crushed cacao beans and they are backed with vitimins and minerals while being low in sugar.
NASA’s James Webb Telescope Captures Extraordinary Image of a Dwarf Galaxy 5 Million Light-Years Away
The James Webb telescope used a near-infrared camera to capture an image of the Leo P dwarf galaxy which is located in the Leo constellation.
Woman Winds up in Hospital After Making This Mistake Drinking Through a Glass Straw
A woman says she was hospitalized after a glass straw broke, causing her to swallow a 5 millimeter piece of glass.
A Kayaker Almost Became Lunch When He Was Swallowed by a Whale
A kayaker was floating in the water off of Chile when a humpback whale swallowed him and then spit him out.
Climate Change’s Next Victim May Be Your Favorite Chocolate Candy
The price of has increased by 200 percent over the past year thanks to climate change.
Study Claims Eating Hot Food Stored in Plastic Takeout Containers May Increase Risk of Heart Failure
A study performed on rats seems to show that the chemicals leached from plastic takeout containers are bad for your heart health.
Slit vs Round Pupils: Why Do Some Cats Have Differently Shaped Pupils?
The shape of a cat's pupil has to do with their lifestyle habits, with nocturnal cats having more slit shaped pupils to help them see in low light.
Keeping a Bobcat As a Pet Is Legal in These States — But Is It Safe?
Bobcats are wild animals and should not be kept as pets.
Are Banana Peels Really "Nature’s Botox"? Some Claim They Can Smooth Skin
People claim that rubbing a banana peel on your face can help fight fine lines and wrinkles thanks to the naturally occurring chemicals.
February's Full Snow Moon Can Signal a Renewal, Just in Time for Spring
A snow moon is the last full moon of winter, and it typically takes place in February, which is why it's associated with the winter precipitation.
A Toxic Spill Might Be Behind the Argentina Canal’s Blood Red Appearance
Argentina's Sarandí Canal turned red after what locals believe was a toxic spill from one of the neighborhood's industrial manufacturers.
Super Bowl or Super Waste? Here's What Happens to the Super Bowl Losers' Merchandise
The teams that play in the Super Bowl typically print up shirts ahead of the game and then ship the merchandise off to other countries when they lose.
Over Listeria Concerns, FDA Recalls Doughnuts — Including Some Dunkin' Items
FGF Brands just recalled 2 million doughnuts over concerns that the products have been contaminated by listeria.
Radar Imaging Shows a Portion of Southern California Is Slipping Into the Ocean
Imaging taking from a radar service show that a slow moving landslide was pushing Rancho Palos Verdes, California 4-inches into the ocean each week.
Whale Songs Aren’t Just Noise – They Have Surprising Similarities to Human Speech, Study Finds
A study finds that whale songs are similar to human speech patterns after breaking down the sound lengths and frequencies used by the mammals.
The Puppy Bowl 2025 Lineup Has Been Released
Animal Planet announces the lineup for Puppy Bowl XXI, the show that takes place on Feb. 9, 2025.
Meatly Introduces First-Ever Lab-Grown Dog Food in 2025 — Details Here
Meatly has announced a plan to dog food made from lab grown meat, with a product it claims will duplicate the taste of chicken.
DIY Valentine’s Day Gifts That Are Perfect for Your BFF
From cards to bookmarks, these DIY Valentine's Day gifts are easy to make (and sustainable!) for your best friend.
Viral Video Reveals the Right Way to Use Flonase, Because Apparently We're All Doing It Wrong
A doctor explains how to correctly use Flonase nasal spray, which includes manually opening your sinuses before you spray.
Gerber Issues Nationwide Recall of Teething Sticks After a Child Ends up in the ER
Gerber recalls Soothe N Chew teething sticks after multiple complaints of children choking, including an incident that sent a kid to the ER.
An Entire Spoon's Worth of Microplastics Found in Human Brain Samples, and May Be Connected to Dementia
Brain samples pulled from human specimens contained 7 grams of microplastics, a weight that is similar to that of a standard disposable spoon.
Is Your Dog Losing Hair on Their Tail? The Potential Causes and Solutions, Explained
Allergies, parasites, and diseases are among some of the reasons why your dog may be losing hair on their tail.
Man Thrifts Vintage $5,000 Plate for $4.99
A man spent $5 on a vintage Chinese armorial plate from the 18th century at a thrift store that turned out to be worth $5,000.
These Surprising Things May Be Making Your Washing Machine Stink
Mold, dirt, and too much detergent can all be causing your washing machine to smell bad.
5 Toddler-Friendly Crafts to Celebrate Black History Month
From making paper dolls, to recreating famous works of art, these toddler-friendly crafts are a great way to celebrate Black History Month.
Cal Yee Farm Recalls Chocolates Over Potentially Deadly Allergen Contamination — Details
Cal Yee Farm issued a recall for three dark chocolate products after discovering undeclared allergens in the ingredients.
8 Scientists You Should Learn About This Black History Month
Black History Month is a good time to celebrate notable Black scientists, like Katherine Johnson, Benjamin Banneker, and more.
Stray Tibetan Mastiff Is a New Dog After Vets Shave 32.4-Pound Mass of Fur
A stray Tibetan Mastiff named Sprout gets a life-changing haircut after being groomed by a rescue that shaved off 32.4 pounds of fur.
6 Crafts You Can Do With Your Kids to Celebrate Lunar New Year
These kid-friendly craft ideas will help children celebrate Lunar New Year, which is the beginning of the new year as it pertains to the moon.
SpaceX Asked To "Go Get" NASA Astronauts Stuck in Space: An Update
Two astronauts stuck in Boeing's Starline capsule aren't expected to come home until March 2025 after NASA delayed their return.
Wegmans Recalls and Alerts 2025: Avoid These Chicken Nuggets in 8 States
Wegmans has issued an alert for chicken nuggets in eight states.
Sigourney Weaver Was Interrupted Mid-Performance by Just Stop Oil Protesters
Two protesters climbed on stage during the middle of Sigourney Weaver's London performance of 'The Tempest' to protest over rising global temperatures.
This Woman's Health Insurance Company Assigned Her a Dead Doctor
A woman has gone viral after sharing how her insurance company mistakenly assigned her a dead primary care doctor (PCP) when they set up her new policy.
Parts of Ireland, Scotland, and the U.K. Hit With Severe Storms Producing Hurricane-Force Winds
Parts of Ireland were hit with storms capable of producing winds of 90 miles per hour, leaving hundreds of thousands without power.
Is Spain Really "Banning" Tourists? How the Country Is Fighting Overtourism
Spanish officials plan to limit the negative impacts of overtourism by limiting the number of Airbnbs allowed in the country.
These 4 Cities Are Touted as U.S. “Climate Havens” — But What Does That Mean? Let’s Discuss
As climate change continues to impact many states across the country, people are looking at places in Michigan, New York, and Wisconsin as climate havens.